A homegrown cake and cupcake business is starting to get its legs in Hartley.

With the promise of "quality cakes for a little dough," Lauri's Cakes has seen increased attention in the last few years. Owner Lauri Myers has expanded her customer base via online outlets The Knot and WeddingWire, which has complemented a loyal local following.

"If a family is on a very strict budget and can't afford a whole lot, I will work with them," she said. "I'm not too afraid of challenges. I've been coming out of my comfort zone so I'm a little bit more diverse."

Originally from Ruthven, Myers started ba...